How a mainstream protest gave cover to neo-Nazi violence

<p>In the lead-up to the so-called &lsquo;March for Australia&rsquo;, many people downplayed the involvement of neo-Nazis in organising and promoting the rallies that took place in several cities.</p> <p>But in Melbourne, neo-Nazis were not just central to the march &ndash; they led it all the way to the steps of Parliament House, where a prominent neo-Nazi&rsquo;s speech to the crowd ended in applause.</p> <p>Just hours later, that same figure was part of a group that stormed Camp Sovereignty &ndash; an Aboriginal-led site of protest and mourning &ndash; tearing down flags and tents, stomping out the campfire and assaulting people with pipes and poles.</p> <p>Today, writer and 7am co-host Daniel James on why neo-Nazis targeted Camp Sovereignty, and how &ldquo;ordinary&rdquo; grievances provided cover for the attack.</p> <p><br />If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.</p> <p><br />Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram</p> <p>Guest: Writer and 7am co-host, Daniel James</p> <p>Photo: Supplied</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>